The 150th Preakness Stakes is set for Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. This Grade I race, covering 1 3/16 miles, is the second jewel of the Triple Crown. Notably, Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty will skip the Preakness to focus on the Belmont Stakes, eliminating the possibility of a Triple Crown winner this year. (New York Post, Wikipedia)
🐎 2025 Preakness Stakes Field & Odds
Here are the nine contenders, their post positions, and morning-line odds:
| Post | Horse | Odds |
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| 1 | Goal Oriented | 6-1 |
| 2 | Journalism | 8-5 |
| 3 | American Promise | 15-1 |
| 4 | Heart of Honor | 12-1 |
| 5 | Pay Billy | 20-1 |
| 6 | River Thames | 9-2 |
| 7 | Sandman | 4-1 |
| 8 | Clever Again | 5-1 |
| 9 | Gosger | 20-1 |
🏇 Top Contenders
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Journalism (8-5): Runner-up in the Kentucky Derby, Journalism is the morning-line favorite. However, some experts question his short rest period and the lack of value in his odds. (CBSSports.com, CBSSports.com)
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Clever Again (5-1): This colt, trained by Steve Asmussen and ridden by Jose Ortiz, has shown impressive speed figures and is gaining attention as a strong contender. (CBS News)
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Sandman (4-1) and River Thames (9-2): Both horses have competitive odds and are considered serious threats in the race.
📺 How to Watch
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Race Time: 7:01 p.m. ET (4:01 a.m. PKT, Sunday, May 18)(CBS News)
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TV Coverage: Begins at 2:00 p.m. ET on CNBC, switching to NBC at 4:00 p.m. ET.(CBS News)
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Streaming: Available on the Peacock app. (CBS News)
💰 Purse Details
The total purse for the Preakness Stakes is $2 million, with the winner receiving $1.2 million. (CBS News)
For a detailed analysis and expert picks, you might find this video insightful:
Picking 2025 Preakness Winner 150th Preakness Stakes
